2005 Land Rover Freelander 2.0L Diesel · KD55 LZE
2005 Land Rover Freelander (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 175,139 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 175,139 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KD55 LZE Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/01/2024
- 175,139 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KD55 LZE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Land Rover Freelander (KD55 LZE) between October 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
KD55 LZE Mileage History
- 17/10/2022171,694 mi
- 02/11/2022171,818 mi+124 mi
- 05/01/2024175,138 mi+3,320 mi
- 25/01/2024175,139 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,705 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Freelander 1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- 1.8 K-series Head Gasket FailureSerious
The 1.8 petrol is notorious for overheating and head-gasket failure.
- Viscous Coupling Unit (VCU) FailureSerious
The viscous fluid inside the VCU thickens with age, causing it to seize or fail. This can silently destroy the IRD and rear differential. Many owners simply remove the propshaft and run FWD only.
- Three Amigos (ABS/ESP/HDC Warning Lights)Moderate
The ABS, traction control, and Hill Descent Control warning lights illuminate together, often due to worn ABS sensors or more expensive 4WD system faults.
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